I would probably keep it simple at first.U only need a phone nd a few content ideas to begin. Making ur own videos will teach u a lot more about what people actually engage in than spending money on equipment. Once u get the hang of the platform u can always try edits or compilations nd see what works for ur style. Honestly experimentiing is the fastest way to learn what works.
If u r a begginner i would suggest keeping it as simple as possible. U should try only one form of content style for a while nd not jump onto all of them. It is enough to have a smartphone good lighting conditions nd conssistency in terms of conttent creatiion to figure out what ur audience likes.
tcreate a new story, I shal start by working on simple original video as there is important information in them about the hook retention, and reaction of the audience. thing shouldn't be made complicated while creating a video.
I would try testing the same idea in various forms, rather than testing the same video format with varied content. I would only change the hook , caption, or the first 3 seconds of the video while using the same subject matter. in this manner, you will know exactly what algorithm prefers and your audience, rather than wondering.
When beginning my work in videos nowadays i would use only one format nd not try out all trends. in order to create something all that is needed is a phone, proper lighting nd an idea. when the understandiing of what attracts attention comes it will be easier to determine whether it is reasonable to invest money into better devices nd editting.
